{"product_id":"9781570766800","title":"Cowboy Dressage: Riding, Training, and Competing with Kindness as the Goal and Guiding Principle","description":"\u003cbr\u003eThe equestrian pursuit known as Cowboy Dressage melds the best of Western riding traditions and classical dressage in the pursuit of a harmonious relationship with a horse. Intended to be accessible to all, Cowboy Dressage is open to all breeds and all levels of riders; there isn’t a set frame for overall look, head carriage, or action.\u003cp\u003eLifelong horsewoman Jessica Black traces the evolution of Cowboy Dressage back to its roots, sharing the story of Eitan and Debbie Beth-Halachmy and their phenomenal Morgan horses that have served as the movement’s ambassadors. Black then expertly weaves Eitan Beth-Halachmy's experience and expertise into an engaging and articulate explanation of the philosophy of Cowboy Dressage; defines the expectations of the rider; describes what a participant needs in terms of equipment; and explores how the most important element—the horse—should be prepared. A wonderful and thorough section on groundwork, as well as specific training advice for achieving engagement, regulating the gaits, smoothing transitions, and balancing bend and straightness, get the reader started with a solid foundation. Specific descriptions of the Cowboy Dressage tests are provided, with additional tools for those interested in competition, including rules, divisions, and how to execute and judge tests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trafalgar Square","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47047631077616,"sku":"9781570766800","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781570766800_p0.jpg?v=1763795193","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781570766800","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}